Notice of Special Meeting

On Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 1:00PM and 6:00PM, CST the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting at the County Extension Office located at: 2741 Penn Avenue, Marianna, FL 32448.

The meeting has been set for a Broadband Listening Session and review of the Jackson County REDI Plan. Other matters may be addressed as needed. Jackson County government received a USDA Rural Economic Development Innovation (REDI) grant for the purpose of creating and implementing economic development action plans. A community needs assessment was conducted in December 2019. Based on community feedback, Jackson County government developed an action plan to explore broadband access opportunities and to support the implementation and adoption of broadband in the county. Broadband connectivity refers to access to high-speed internet that is reliable and affordable. Broadband access is important for economic activity, consumers, schools, and health care. The Jackson County REDI grant and community action plan will position the community to access other funding opportunities to implement and adoption broadband.

Due to COVID-19 precautions and UF/IFAS protocols, social distancing and masks will be required. We continue to encourage the general public to attend meetings virtually however, in-person attendance is now allowed if necessary.

How to Participate:

• Online – Log on to bit.ly/jacksonredi 
• By Phone – Call 850-482-9620 to receive the call-in number and passcode.
• In Person – Call 850-482-9620 to reserve a seat. Space is limited due to COVID-19 precautions.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the Administrator’s assistant prior to the meeting.  The Administrator’s assistant may be contacted at 2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL 32448 (850) 482-9633 or (800) 955-8771 (TDD)